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A healthy pistachio cottage cheese cheesecake sliced on a wooden board

Name: High Protein Pistachio Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

Summary: A creamy, rich, and guilt-free cheesecake packed with protein and heart-healthy pistachios. This trending recipe uses cottage cheese as a high-protein alternative to traditional cream cheese and is perfect for those following low-carb, keto, or clean-eating diets.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • For the Cheesecake Filling:
  • 2 cups full-fat cottage cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup shelled pistachios plus extra for garnish
  • ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt optional, for creaminess
  • ⅓ to ½ cup sweetener of choice monk fruit, erythritol, or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 lemon optional
  • Pinch of salt
  • For the Optional Crust:
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 2 tbsp melted butter or coconut oil
  • 1 tbsp sweetener

Equipment

  • Equipment:
  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Food processor or high-speed blender
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Aluminum foil
  • Large baking dish (for water bath)
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Instructions:
  2. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  3. Optional crust: Mix almond flour, melted butter, and sweetener. Press into pan and bake for 8 minutes. Let cool.
  4. In a blender or food processor, blend cottage cheese and Greek yogurt until completely smooth.
  5. Add eggs, sweetener, vanilla, lemon zest, and salt. Blend again until fully combined.
  6. Fold in chopped pistachios or blend in for smoother texture.
  7. Pour filling into prepared pan (with or without crust).
  8. Water bath method: Wrap the pan in foil. Place in a large baking dish and fill dish halfway with hot water.
  9. Bake for 45–55 minutes or until edges are set and center is slightly jiggly.
  10. Turn off oven, crack door open, and let cool for 1 hour.
  11. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  12. Top with crushed pistachios and serve chilled.

Notes

Notes:
For a firmer texture, drain cottage cheese or bake slightly longer.
Sweeteners can be adjusted based on preference and dietary needs.
Great to freeze in slices for meal prep or post-workout treats.
Add matcha, berries, or chocolate swirl for fun variations.